Non-white communities in Norfolk and Suffolk encouraged to get Covid-19 vaccine
A short film has been produced to dispel misinformation around the jab
Last updated 11th May 2021
Non-white communities in Norfolk and Suffolk are being encouraged to get the Covid-19 vaccination.
Staff from Norfolk and Suffolk NHS Foundation Trust (NSFT) have produced a short film to dispel myths spread about the jabs.
While more and more people continue to get their first and second doses of the vaccination, NSFT says the uptake from people of colour remains lower.
Priscilla Nzounhenda, co-chair of NSFT's BME network, said: "This monster coronavirus is ruthless. It doesn't care what your background is, doesn't care what money you have in your bank account, it doesn't care if you are popular or not, it doesn't discriminate in that way.
"The only way we can fight it is by getting the vaccination.
"This is why I strongly encourage people, even when you are afraid, let the desire to live and the desire to protect your loved ones, overcome your fear of the vaccination.
"Both my husband and I took different ones vaccines and we are still living and ok."
Dr Adam Morris, interim chief executive at NSFT, added: "I hope the film will help to increase confidence in the vaccine and encourage people in ever-increasing numbers to go for the jab.
"It’s vital that everyone has the opportunity to discuss any fears or mis-information they may have heard. If you have any concerns or questions, please speak to a healthcare professional about them.
"The vaccine offers us the very best way of protecting ourselves and our loved ones. When it’s your turn, please take up the offer and get vaccinated."